Monument record 987 - Frodsham parish bridge
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Summary
Frodsham parish bridge at the east end of the town dates from the reign of Henry III (1216-72). The original bridge was of wood and records show that the forester of Delamere was requested to give one oak for the repairs of Frodsham bridge.It was rebuilt in brick in the reign of Elizabeth I and again in stone with 4 arches in 1625, It was taken down many years ago to make way for the present structure.
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Full Description
Frodsham parish bridge at east end of the town dates from the reign of Henry III. The original bridge was of wood. In 4 Henry V, John Done, forester of Delamere was requested to give one oak for the repairs of Frodsham bridge. The bridge was rebuilt in brick in the reign of Elizabeth I. In 1625 it was rebuilt in stone & consisted of 4 arches. This was taken down many years ago to make way for the present structure (1).
<1> Ormerod, G., 1882, The History of the County Palatine and City of Chester, 2/53 (Y) (Book). SCH1389.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH1389 Book: Ormerod, G.. 1882. The History of the County Palatine and City of Chester. 2/53 (Y).
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 530 784 (point) Central Point |
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| Map sheet | SJ57NW |
| Civil Parish | FRODSHAM, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | SUTTON JUXTA FRODSHAM, RUNCORN, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 21 2024 5:21PM